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Richmond makes progress on Diamond District agreements, amid lawsuit
Richmond officials have moved forward on key Diamond District agreements, but details still in the air.
Philanthropist gives half her fortune to George Mason
Kimmy Duong donated $20 million to George Mason University, supporting scholarships and student success in northern Virginia.
VCU Health breaks ground on $90M facility in Richmond
VCU Health on Wednesday broke ground on a new $90 million medical facility in Richmond’s Diamond District.
Universities adjust maritime programs for AI era
Virginia educators are responding by adding AI competency to classes.
Former General Motors CEO to be VCU’s commencement speaker
Former General Motors CEO and Chairman Rick Wagoner will be the keynote speaker at VCU’s commencement ceremony.
Accounting firms increasingly embrace AI tools
Accounting firms in Virginia have quadrupled AI adoption to 41% in 2025, with plans to increase investments as they balance efficiency and data security.
Longtime Richmond business leader dies at 77
John A. Luke Jr., a key figure in Richmond’s business community as longtime chief executive of MeadWestvaco, died March 14.
Head of VCU Massey Center to depart
Dr. Robert Winn, director of the Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, is leaving the center in June.
VCU hopes to acquire Altria building in Richmond for $150M
Virginia Commonwealth University has signed a letter of intent to acquire Altria Group’s building in downtown Richmond for $150 million.
CoStar cuts Richmond jobs as Homes.com faces scrutiny
CoStar is laying off Richmond employees as it expands AI at Homes.com and faces investor criticism over spending and strategy.
VCU advances its Diamond District plans
Virginia Commonwealth University was expected to wrap up deals by the end of 2025 for the Richmond Economic Development Authority to buy VCU‘s aging Sports Backers Stadium and for its Rams baseball team to play at the forthcoming CarMax Park stadium. VCU, the City of Richmond and Navigators Baseball, which owns the Richmond Flying Squirrels […]
Virginia business schools ramp up AI education
Virginia business schools are expanding AI programs, blending data science and business education to prepare students for data-driven careers and ethical AI use.
